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What Success Looks Like In This Job
This Domestic Violence High Risk Team (DVHRT) Victim Advocate Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for victims of high-risk domestic violence cases as identified by the multi-disciplinary 17th Judicial District Domestic Violence High-Risk Team.
The DVHRT Victim Advocate ensures victims of high-risk domestic violence cases are appropriately guided through the initial phases of the criminal justice system and connected to resources that address their immediate safety needs and well-being.
The DVHRT Victim Advocate works collaboratively DA Office personnel, law enforcement, court officials and community partners in the medical, mental health and social service fields to provide assistance and support to victims and their families.
NOTE : This is a project-designated 18-month position for 40 hrs. per week. Full or partial funding for this position at the expiration of the initial 18 months is subject to the availability of grant funds.
Positions funded by external grants may be subject to termination if the grant funding ceases. Positions funded by external grants will be reviewed by the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office for viability in the absence of grant funds.
Examples of Duties for Success
General Duties :
provides timely intervention and follow-up services for domestic violence victims & cases identified as needing special attention.
Provides information regarding the role of the Victim Advocate Specialist and the criminal justice process to victims of crime in Adams and Broomfield Counties.
This includes, but is not limited to, information on courtroom proceedings, the overall criminal justice process, and definitions of legal terminology.
Maintains contact with victims and witnesses of crime. Provides direct services such as safety planning, crisis intervention services, guidance for seeking victim compensation and reimbursement, and criminal justice advocacy based on the victims' situation.
Provides appropriate community resources and referrals.
Duties include developing and maintaining relationships with community partners, law enforcement, and other partnering agencies.
Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Chief of the Special Victims Unit, the DVHRT Coordinator and the Director of Victim Witness.
Grant-Related Duties :
Collects statistical data related to goals, objectives, and measurable workload indicators to support grant narrative reports and outcomes.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL, OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES :
Should also have basic recordkeeping and math skills.
Qualifications for Success
Experience : Minimum of one year of experience providing victim advocacy to survivors of domestic violence in either a criminal justice setting or non-profit organization, preferred.
Education and Training : Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, human services, public administration, or related field or Equivalent experience that includes 3-5 years of experience providing victim advocacy.
Background Check : required
A resume and cover letter MUST be submitted to be considered for this position.
Last updated : 2024-04-28
Full Time
Consumer Goods
$88k-118k (estimate)
04/29/2024
05/01/2024
visitadamscountywi.com
Friendship, WI
<25
Consumer Goods
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